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Olivier Duris is a French researcher and clinician whose work sits at the dynamic intersection of psychology, digital technology, and therapeutic innovation. Specializing in the application of emerging technologies within clinical practice, Duris has become a notable voice in the French-speaking academic community on the use of robots, video games, and digital tools as therapeutic mediators, particularly in the care of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). His most influential contribution, a 2021 literature review on the use of video games and robots in psychotherapy, has garnered 7 citations, while his paired 2020 studies exploring social robots in autistic children's clinical settings have each accumulated 6 citations — reflecting growing scholarly interest in this niche but rapidly expanding field. His work examines how social robots can enrich the intersubjective relationship between therapist and child, offering new communicative pathways where traditional approaches may fall short. With publications spanning from 2017 to 2021, Duris has traced the evolution from digital tablets to companion robots as therapeutic tools, positioning technology not as a replacement for human care, but as a meaningful bridge toward deeper clinical engagement with vulnerable young patients.